2002 Acura CL vs. 2001 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xantia. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 2001 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | CL | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
